2003 Kia Shuma vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 2003 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Shuma.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Shuma. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2003 Kia Shuma has manual transmission. 2003 Kia Shuma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Shuma | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Shuma | CL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
